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Senior Care Assistant


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PayCompetitive
LocationTaunton/England
Employment typeFull-Time
  • Job Description

      Req#: L0121-26-0233?language=en&page=982&sort=publicationDateDesc

      Job summary

      Aria Healthcare is seeking a compassionate Senior Care Assistant to support both residents and staff in their everyday lives at Frethey House, a 41-bed Residential & Nursing Home in Taunton, Somerset. The role involves taking a leadership role, encouraging development and growth within the team, and providing empathetic and respectful care to the residents.

      Main duties of the job

      As a Senior Care Assistant, you will be responsible for providing high-quality care and support to the residents of Frethey House. This includes assisting with daily living activities, monitoring residents' health and well-being, and collaborating with the wider care team to ensure the best possible outcomes for the residents. You will also be expected to take on a leadership role, mentoring and supporting junior members of the care team, and contributing to the overall growth and development of the home.

      About us

      Aria Healthcare is a provider of residential and nursing care services in the South West of England. With a focus on delivering person-centered care, Aria Healthcare is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where employees can thrive and residents can live fulfilling lives.

      Details

      Date posted

      02 February 2026

      Pay scheme

      Other

      Salary

      £13.30 an hour

      Contract

      Permanent

      Working pattern

      Full-time

      Reference number

      1458210779

      Job locations

      Aria Healthcare

      Taunton

      TA4 1AB


      Job description

      Job responsibilities

      About the Home

      • Frethey House, Taunton, Somerset TA4 1AB
      • 41 Bed Residential & Nursing Home
      • CQC Rating - Good
      • Rated 9.4 on Carehome.co.uk

      About the role

      • Senior Care Assistant
      • Full-Time; 48 hours per week
      • Working alternate weekends required
      • Day shifts 8-8
      • £13.30 per hour

      What will Aria Care Offer you?

      • Blue Light Discount Card
      • Holiday & days out discounts
      • Long service awards
      • Recognition programme
      • And much more!

      We are looking for a compassionate Senior Care Assistant to support both residents and staff in their everyday lives. If you are someone who enjoys taking a leadership role and encouraging development and growth within your team, a senior care assistant position at Aria Care is the role for you. We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you.

      It would be great to hear from you!

      Job description

      Job responsibilities

      About the Home

      • Frethey House, Taunton, Somerset TA4 1AB
      • 41 Bed Residential & Nursing Home
      • CQC Rating - Good
      • Rated 9.4 on Carehome.co.uk

      About the role

      • Senior Care Assistant
      • Full-Time; 48 hours per week
      • Working alternate weekends required
      • Day shifts 8-8
      • £13.30 per hour

      What will Aria Care Offer you?

      • Blue Light Discount Card
      • Holiday & days out discounts
      • Long service awards
      • Recognition programme
      • And much more!

      We are looking for a compassionate Senior Care Assistant to support both residents and staff in their everyday lives. If you are someone who enjoys taking a leadership role and encouraging development and growth within your team, a senior care assistant position at Aria Care is the role for you. We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you.

      It would be great to hear from you!

      Person Specification

      Qualifications

      Essential

      • The ideal candidate will have experience working in a senior care role, with a demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a team. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as is a genuine passion for improving the lives of older adults. A relevant qualification, such as an NVQ or Diploma in Health and Social Care, is preferred.
      Person Specification

      Qualifications

      Essential

      • The ideal candidate will have experience working in a senior care role, with a demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a team. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as is a genuine passion for improving the lives of older adults. A relevant qualification, such as an NVQ or Diploma in Health and Social Care, is preferred.

      Disclosure and Barring Service Check

      This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

      UK Registration

      Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

      Additional information

      Disclosure and Barring Service Check

      This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

      UK Registration

      Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

      Employer details

      Employer name

      Aria Care

      Address

      Aria Healthcare

      Taunton

      TA4 1AB


      Employer's website

      https://www.ariacare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

      Employer details

      Employer name

      Aria Care

      Address

      Aria Healthcare

      Taunton

      TA4 1AB


      Employer's website

      https://www.ariacare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

  • About the company

      National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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